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Scams to Watch Out for in 2024
By Patrick J. Kiger, AARP Criminals are getting more sophisticated and supercharging old scams with new technology. One reason that...
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Apr 14, 20246 min read


Is There an Optimal Number of Stocks to Own?
By Mike Adams SUBJECT LINE: Is there an optimal number of stocks to own? “I could improve your ultimate financial welfare by giving you a...
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Apr 13, 20243 min read


How to Attract Birds, Bees, & Butterflies to Your Garden
By Lauren David, AARP, March 2024 Welcoming pollinators to your yard is good for your landscaping and the ecosystem. There are easy ways...
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Mar 30, 20246 min read
How to Lose Weight in Your Face
By Kimberley Hayes, AARP, March 2024 Through facial exercises, diet and other lifestyle changes, you can lose fat in your face. Weight...
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Mar 29, 20247 min read
The One Mistake That Keeps Getting Your Luggage Lost, According to an Airport Employee
By Stacey Leasca, T+L Add this to your to-do list before your next trip. Even though old airline stickers or tags on your luggage may...
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Mar 29, 20242 min read


What is a Part D Donut Hole?
Dear Marci, I recently got onto a Part D drug plan and am concerned about the donut hole. What should I know about it? - Lisa (Clinton,...
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Mar 29, 20242 min read


Who Wants to Save Money While Shopping?
By Donna Fuscaldo, AARP, March 2024 I do. I do. Supermarkets aren't the only stores that let you save money as you get older. Age has its...
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Mar 23, 20243 min read


Spots to Add to Your Spring Cleaning List
By Jodi Helmer, AARP, March 2024 Tips from experts on where dirt, grime and dust are hiding in your home - and it's kind of icky. Spring...
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Mar 22, 20248 min read


Becoming Terminal: A Life-Changing Diagnosis
You were sitting there—feeling more alive than ever. The beat of your heart pulsating so hard you are certain everyone else can hear the...
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Mar 20, 20243 min read


HTCH Principle One
By Mike Adams “There's no luck to professional portfolio investing. It is a craft, involving thousands of decisions a year. You can no...
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Mar 20, 20245 min read


Dating Apps & Websites for Over 50
By Abby Lee Hood & Renee Bacher, February 2024 Here's a guide to your most popular digital spots to find your special someone. Whether we...
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Feb 26, 202411 min read


The Worst Habits for your Joints
By Kimberly Goade, AARP, January 2024 Everything from what you eat to how often you text can affect the health of your joints. Use...
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Feb 26, 20245 min read


Airline Freebies You Didn't Know Existed
By Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure January 2023 Would you like to learn about 8 Airline Freebies you didn't know existed in economy,...
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Feb 26, 20242 min read


6 Questions to ask your Doctor about Sex after 50
By Emily Uzelac, AARP Feb 2024 Vaginal dryness, erection challenges, safe sex and more. With most physicians ill prepared to talk about...
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Feb 25, 20245 min read
Fostering Longevity Through Healthy Living
By Virginia Cooper Life is an incredible journey that can be enriched significantly through the practice of healthy living. Embarking on...
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Feb 22, 20243 min read


What are the Medicare Costs for 2024?
Dear Marci, I heard there are a few changes to Medicare costs this year. What should I expect? -Marco (Chattanooga, TN) Dear Marco, Yes,...
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Feb 20, 20242 min read


The Years After a Loss
When a close loved one dies, the first and second year are the most critical in the process of healthy grieving and avoiding unresolved...
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Feb 18, 20244 min read


Are the Magnificent 7 the "Dot-Coms" of 2024
By Mike Adams In 1999, during the dot-com frenzy the market was up 44%, and AFC portfolios struggled at just up 4%. But in 2000, when the...
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Feb 18, 20245 min read


How Can I Curb My Sugar Cravings?
By Michelle Crouch, AARP, January 2024 If you constantly crave cookies and candy, these science-backed tips can help you outsmart your...
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Jan 25, 20246 min read


What are the Big Changes Coming to the Post Office in 2024?
By Donna Fuscaldo, AARP, January 2024 Before you head out to the Post Office, here's what you'll find that is new. Through snow, rain,...
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Jan 24, 20243 min read
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